Carl E. Olson Quotes

• I never use the word "drug" without defining it. I define it exactly the way the DEA defines it, "a chemical compound capable of reproduction in standardized dosages." I explain that marijuana is a plant with many drugs in it, just like any other plant.

  Carl E. Olson

  War, Marijuana, Drug

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• Not everyone can be a theologian, but everyone should know some theology.

  Carl E. Olson

  Should, Theology, Theologian

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• Exploring Ecclesiology is true to its subtitle, being both vibrantly evangelical and admirably ecumenical; it is commendable for its depth, breadth, and erudition. Harper and Metzger's sympathetic engagement with Catholic ecclesiology is challenging and reciprocal. I especially appreciate how the authors emphasize and explore the vital connection between ecclesiology and eschatology, something very beneficial to readers seeking to better appreciate how living the Faith in community today relates to the hope of entering fully into Trinitarian communion in the life to come.

  Carl E. Olson

  Appreciate, Community, Catholic

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• People have no tolerance. They think all bugs are bad. It's the American way. If you don't like something, kill it.

  Carl E. Olson

  Thinking, People, Tolerance

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• Superficial similarities exist between Christianity and some ancient pagan religions. But careful study reveals that there are far more dissimilarities.

  Carl E. Olson

  Study, Ancient, Pagan

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• Apparently God takes reception of Holy Communion seriously. Apparently some things are more sacred than politics. Apparently it's all or nothing when it comes to being Catholic.

  Carl E. Olson

  Catholic, Sacred, Holy

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• If one's careful study of the facts shows that the Catholic Church is correct about Jesus-his life, teachings, death, and Resurrection-then why not give the Church the benefit of the doubt and carefully study her reasons for rejecting contraception, homosexual acts, and women's ordination?

  Carl E. Olson

  Jesus, Teaching, Giving

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• They can call or e-mail, too, but I'd rather see the bug.

  Carl E. Olson

  Mail, Bugs

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• We've got a good inspection system in Arizona managing products that come from other parts of the county that could carry insects that could become problematic.

  Carl E. Olson

  Arizona, Insects, Inspection

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• Becoming Catholic involves entering into a relationship with the Catholic Church.

  Carl E. Olson

  Relationship, Catholic, Church

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